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Private Tour: Khor Virap Monastery, Holy Echmiadzin, Zvartnots Temple

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Overview

Although there are various historical landmarks in Armenia, the oldest and most well-known is probably the Biblical Mount Ararat. This is why our tour promises a spectacular view from the closest spot possible.

What's Included

  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch (upon request)
  • Entrance Tickets
  • Professional guide (upon request)
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What To Expect

Khor Virap

The Khor Virap monastery is located about an hour’s drive away from the capital Yerevan, and offers an amazing view of Armenia’s defining symbol – the majestic Ararat. “Khor Virap” translates as “deep dungeon”, and was built of the place of the former royal prison, located on the historical site of Artashat. It was this very prison in which they kept Gregory the Illuminator, the first Armenian Catholicos, for a whole 13 years.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Saint Hripsime Church

You will visit the St. Hripsime church, which was built on the sepulcher of a Christian nun Hripsime who fled from the Roman Empire and was killed in Armenia. This amazing building has stood upright from the day of its construction since 618 A.D, making it one of the oldest standing churches in the world.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Saint Gayane Church

Five minutes drive away will be our next spot: the 7th century church of St. Gayane. Gayane was the nanny of Hripsime, and shared Hripsime’s tragic fate.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Etchmiadzin Cathedral

You will be able to observe the first world’s first Christian Cathedral – the Holy Ejmiatsin, built in 301-304.According to the legend, Jesus Christ descended on the same spot where the Dissention Altar stands today, where Gregory the Illuminator ordered to build the church.The cathedral is a symbol of Armenian national identity and heritage, reflecting the country's deep-rooted Christian tradition.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Zvartnots Temple

Zvartnots Cathedral, now in ruins, is a 7th-century centrally planned aisled tetraconch type Armenian cathedral built by the order of Catholicos Nerses the Builder from 643-652.According to legend, the name "Zvartnots" means "celestial angels," inspired by the belief that angels once watched over the temple.It is included in the UNESCO heritage list. In fact, all of the churches included in the tour, are listed on the UNESCO World’s Cultural Heritage Sites.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Possible languages: English, Russian. In case the tour is organized in other language, changes of the prices are possible.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour: Khor Virap Monastery, Holy Echmiadzin, Zvartnots Temple?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+04). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour: Khor Virap Monastery, Holy Echmiadzin, Zvartnots Temple?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+04).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • WiFi on board.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Bottled water.
  • Hotel Pick up and Drop off.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch (upon request).
  • Entrance Tickets.
  • Professional guide (upon request).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

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Accessibility information for the Private Tour: Khor Virap Monastery, Holy Echmiadzin, Zvartnots Temple is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Tour: Khor Virap Monastery, Holy Echmiadzin, Zvartnots Temple will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Hotel Pick up and Drop off
  • Lunch (upon request)
  • Entrance Tickets
  • Professional guide (upon request)

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Possible languages: English, Russian. In case the tour is organized in other language, changes of the prices are possible.

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